Psychology: University of Groningen

General Information

The aim of the Master’s degree programme is to teach you advanced knowledge and skills and to train you in fundamental and applied research in a specialized area within psychology with an emphasis on Cognitive and Social Psychology. The cultural context of human behaviour is a major focus of interest.

The programme offered in English normally does not provide students the opportunity of vocational training in Clinical and Developmental Psychology as this requires proficiency in the Dutch language.

Career Prospects

A Master of Science degree in Psychology prepares students for a career in both fundamental and applied research. It also qualifies them for participation in a PhD programme to further deepen their understanding of human behaviour and to actively contribute to scientific research.

Students with a Master’s degree in Psychology may pursue a career as consultant or policy advisor in a wide range of areas related to human behaviour in the public or private sector.

Admission Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or an equivalent competence in terms of:

• Knowledge of disciplinary subjects in psychology and their applications,
• Skills in designing psychological research and reporting it,
• Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis,
• An analytical and critical attitude enabling you to assess scientific information,
• Motivation to acquire knowledge and skills at a postgraduate level
• A letter of motivation

Non-native English speakers must provide evidence of satisfactory results for one of the standard tests below:

• A, B or C on CPE
• A, B or C on CAE
• ≥ 580 TOEFL paper-based test
• ≥ 237 TOEFL computer-based test
• ≥ 92-93 TOEFL internet-based
• ≥ Band 6.5 IELTS.